Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GF5

Following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GF5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is relatively close but the FP3 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.

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The FP3 was released 3 years prior to the GF5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FP3 matches up vs the GF5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 offers outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP3 against the GF5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and GF5 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and GF5.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FP3 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FP3 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be behind in sensor technology.